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This is a briefing of significant news articles featuring Oakland University during October 2009.

Boosting Enrollment

Riverview InstituteThe Oakland Press and Crain's Detroit Business reported on the planned opening of the Riverview Institute at Oakland University. Formerly St. John's Riverview Hospital, the revamped facility will open up spots for prospective OU nursing students and provide an accelerated second degree program for students who hold a bachelor's degree in another field.

Teacher PreparationThe Detroit Free Press published the performance scores for all teacher preparation programs in Michigan, with Oakland achieving a rating of "exemplary."

Partnerships

OU INCCrain's Detroit Business reported on the success of the business incubator co-sponsored by Sterling Heights, Macomb County and Oakland University. Since opening, the incubator has attracted numerous start-up firms in the homeland security, technology and advanced manufacturing industries and recently helped Sterling Heights garner an award for business retention.

Cooley Law SchoolThe Oakland Press featured an article on a Michigan Supreme Court hearing held at Cooley Law School before a crowd of area high school and law students.

Deer ManagementAn editorial featured in the Oakland Press praised OU for taking steps to help prevent deer-related road accidents near campus.

OU BasketballThe Oakland Press reported on the high expectations for both the men's and women's basketball programs at OU.

Men's Cross CountryThe Oakland Press reported on the success of the OU men's cross country team, which this year has achieved a ranking of 15th in the region.

Inspired Faculty and Staff

Linda Thompson AdamsLinda Thompson Adams, dean of the OU School of Nursing, authored a Detroit News opinion editorial describing the role that universities and private ventures can play in addressing the looming shortage of qualified nurses and other health professionals.

Susan Davies-GoeppSusan Davies-Goepp, vice president of University Relations and director of the Oakland University Foundation, was quoted in a Crain's Detroit Business article regarding how university capital campaigns have fared amid the economic downturn.

Samuel LucidoSamuel Lucido, Oakland University police chief, was quoted in a Capital News Service article chronicling ongoing efforts in the Michigan Legislature to clarify the application of state gun control laws on college campuses.

Campus Events

Brooksie Way RaceThe Oakland Press reported on the second annual Brooksie Way Half Marathon that took place on the OU campus.